Technology Addiction

The personal stories shared in this episode call into question the impact of Wisconsin's Act 10 on public school teachers. A veteran teacher reflects on the ways in which teaching has changed over the last twenty years, and how the politicized nature of the profession has inflicted wounds that won't heal. Still, teachers are positioned to have a lasting and meaningful impact on the lives of children and families, making it a worthy career despite the relentless struggle.
Years Later, Wisconsin Voters Remember Act 10, The Law That Ended Union Rights For Most Public Workers Still Provokes Strong Feelings -
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Ithsmus, Act 10 -
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New State Sata: Post-Act 10, Teachers' Health Care Costs Soared -
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A teacher of thirty years shares her journey through the teaching profession. Schools have moved away from a one-size-fits-all model. Today instruction is differentiated to meet each child’s unique interests and needs. This shift requires a lot more work, planning time, and professional development, yet no extra time has been provided in the work day. Work-life balance is no longer attainable. Self-care has become a necessity for teachers and students.
Children, Wired - For Better or Worse -
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What Screen Addictions and Drug Addictions Have in Common -
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America's Opioid Crisis: The Unseen Impact on Wisconsin Children - As Wisconsin Families Struggle with Addiction, Children are Caught in the Fray -
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Wisconsin Teacher Shortage -
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Bipartisan Group Of Lawmakers Recommends Increased Funding For Schools -
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Challenges for Wisconsin: School Finance & Vouchers -
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